Aircraft Mechanic Helper - AIS Crestview, FL

Key Responsibilities

• May be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records. Prioritizes workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Adjusts and replaces parts such as control cables, fuel tanks, spark plugs, tires, batteries, and filters, using mechanic's tools.
• Removes inspection plates, cowling, engine covers, floorboards, and related items to provide access for inspection and repair, and replaces items when work is completed.
• Disconnects instruments, ignition systems, fuel and oil lines.
• Assists in dismantling, repairing, overhauling, or replacing parts and assemblies such as engines, plumbing and hydraulic systems, and aircraft structural sections.
• Performs routine duties such as furnishing materials, tools and supplies to mechanic, lifting and holding materials in place during operation, cleaning work areas and machines, tools, and equipment.
• Cleans aircraft, interior and exterior parts and assemblies with solvents or other cleaning solutions.
• Inflates tires, fills gasoline tanks and oil reservoirs, and greases aircraft using grease gun.
• May assist flight line mechanic in servicing and repairing aircraft prior to flight.
• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned.

• Possess a valid US State driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret data.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screening.

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural, mechanical, or electrical repair desired.
• Current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification a plus.

• May work in aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, APU, etc.

Travel required:

Yes. Approximately 20% travel.